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AF05 XEO

2005 BMW 118

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,445 mi
Last recorded132,445 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2011
Typical for 2005 BMW 11891,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XEO
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2011 132,445 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Feb 2011 132,445 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 May 2010 126,027 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake pipes front to rear not checked due to full undertray fitted

Pass 5 May 2009 109,507 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 99,342 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 99,342 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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AF05 XEO is a 2005 BMW 118 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,539 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF05 XEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 118 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF05 XEO?

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What year was AF05 XEO registered?

AF05 XEO is a 2005 BMW 118, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is AF05 XEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 XEO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF05 XEO have outstanding finance?

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